Melisa

The name Melisa embodies the traits associated with bees, such as diligence, collaboration, and productivity. In many cultures, it is symbolic of sweetness and industriousness.

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The name Melisa is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'melissa' meaning 'bee'. In ancient Greek mythology, Melissa was a nymph who discovered the use of honey and nourished Zeus as a child, who later immortalized her as a bee.

  • Popularity: 5,371st
  • Babies named Melisa in the US in 2023:
    Female: 54
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Mel, Meli, Lissy, Lisa, Mimi.
  • Full Names: Melissa, Melinda, Melany, Mélisande, Melanie.
  • Famous Namesakes: Melisa McCarthy-Comedian, Melisa Gilbert-Actress, Melisa Joan Hart-Actress, Melisa Etheridge-Musician, Melisa Rauch-Actress.
  • Gender: Melisa is primarily considered a feminine name, although names of similar phonetic structures have been used increasingly across diverse gender identities.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Melisa resonates with the number 7. It indicates someone with a natural inclination toward spirituality, introspection, and intellectual pursuits. Those with this number often seek the truth behind life's mysteries and can be seen as wise and insightful.

While Melisa's counterpart 'Melissa' was one of the top 10 names for girls in the US during the 1970s and 1980s, the simpler Melisa variant remains less common but still retains its charm. It is more widely used in regions like Turkey and some parts of Eastern Europe.

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